Southern Yatsugataki Loop (Japan)

茅野市, 日本

14.3 miles (23.1 km) · 6,467 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Southern Yatsugataki Loop (Japan) is a 14.3-mile loop route in 茅野市, 日本, gaining 6,467 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 8.1 miles gaining 5,167 feet at an average 10.9% grade. Only 21% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with flat terrain.